Travel down the Potomac River by boat to Mount Vernon. City Experiences Round Trip Cruises from D.C. Listen to a narrated riverfront tour as you pass historic and modern landmarks, including the Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol.

Throughout the 19th century, the Potomac River teemed with ships bringing both local residents and out-of-town visitors to George Washington’s historic estate. Washington spends a misty day at Mount Vernon.

Since the 1950s, the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association has worked to preserve George Washington's beloved Potomac River view. The view from Mount Vernon became threatened by a plan to build an oil tank farm directly across the Potomac River from Mount Vernon in the 1950s.

Set sail on a round-trip cruise to Mt. Vernon, combining history, sightseeing, and relaxation. Enjoy two 1.5-hour Potomac River cruises with scenic views of DC attractions, light narration, and comfortable amenities on the Spirit of Mt. Vernon.

Cruise on the Potomac River to Mount Vernon on this day trip from Alexandria. Listen to informative narration on board the boat, and then take a self-guided tour of George and Martha Washington's estate.

Discover George Washington’s Mount Vernon on an expert-led full-day excursion taking you there via a scenic river cruise.

As a scenic easement meant to preserve the view from Mt. Vernon, Piscataway Park is a testament to the rich history of the Potomac River. A place of great natural beauty, Piscataway Park is home to bald eagles, beaver, deer, fox, osprey, and many other species.

We offer full day, half day and sunset cruises along the beautiful Potomac River. So whether you're planning a visit to historic Mount Vernon, looking to do lunch and some shopping at the National Harbor or just want to lay anchor in the Potomac for an afternoon of barbecue and swimming-- the skies the limit with Sea Knight Cruises.

Aug 1, 2017 · George Washington’s Mount Vernon is located roughly 15 miles south of Washington, D.C. and 8 miles south of Alexandria, Virginia on the banks of the Potomac River, along the Potomac Heritage Trail corridor at the southern end of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. They are open 365 days a year.

Mount Vernon Tour from Alexandria Tour Boat. The Potomac Riverboat Company offers a tour of the Potomac River aboard the Miss Christin from Old Town Alexandria or National Harbor to George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, home of America's first President, George Washington.